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• Today is your last chance to buy a OnePlus Open and get another phone and pair of earbuds for free

  17-02-2025 23:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Although the OnePlus Open 2 isn't coming this year, a free OnePlus Nord N30 and OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are available when you buy the original model during this Presidents' Day sale -- but don't wait.
  
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• My 50+ favorite top Best Buy Presidents' Day deals

  17-02-2025 23:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Presidents' Day is here, and you can shop savings on Apple, Bose, Sony and more at Best Buy. Here's my favorite offers.
  
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• Hair: 'It’s just thrown away but it's gold'

  17-02-2025 23:27 via bbc.com
  
  India is the world's biggest exporter of human hair but it wants more of the lucrative wig market.
  
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• My 50+ favorite Amazon Presidents' Day tech deals: Apple, Dyson, Bose, and more

  17-02-2025 23:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon is offering tons of top tech from Roborock, Apple, Bose, Dyson, and more for Presidents' Day. Here are my favorite deals live now.
  
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• We Did the Math: You Should Use Space Heaters to Cut Heating Bills

  17-02-2025 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  After crunching the numbers, we found that turning down your thermostat and using a space heater can be a big money-saver this winter.
  
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• My favorite top Presidents' Day tech deals: Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and more

  17-02-2025 22:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Presidents' Day is here, and there's plenty of savings on top tech from Samsung, Apple, Roborock, and more at major retailers. Here are my favorite offers.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 18, #1340

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,340 for Tuesday, Feb. 18.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 18, #352

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for today's Strands puzzle, No. 352, for Tuesday, Feb. 18.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 18, #148

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 148 for Tuesday, Feb. 18.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 18, #618

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 618 for Tuesday, Feb. 18.
  
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• Starlink's Expansion for iPhone and Android Users, but There's a Catch

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Say goodbye to dead zones—Starlink's satellite network now lets you send texts on your iPhone or Android without cell service, but there's a catch.
  
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• Starlink Expands to iPhone and Android Users, but There's a Catch

  17-02-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Say goodbye to dead zones. Starlink's satellite network now lets you send texts on your iPhone or Android without cell service, but there are limits.
  
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• This Sony 4K TV can turn any room into a home theater - and every size is on sale for Presidents' Day

  17-02-2025 21:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Even in 2025, Sony's Bravia X90L remains one of the best-quality TVs for its price point. The best part is that Best Buy has all five size options discounted for the holiday.
  
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• The 8 Best 65-inch TVs of 2025, Tested By CNET's Experts

  17-02-2025 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Whether you're upgrading to a bigger TV or replacing an existing model, these are the best 65-inch TVs on the market right now -- perfect for all room sizes.
  
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• Protect Your Privacy: How to Blur Your Home on Google Maps in Minutes

  17-02-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Discover the fastest and most effective way to blur your home on Google Maps for added privacy.
  
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• iPhone SE 4 or iPhone 16E? What to Know About Apple's Delay

  17-02-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Vision Pro and M4 MacBook Air announcements are also expected in the coming weeks.
  
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• I tested JBL's cheap USB-C wired earbuds with a built-in DAC for a week, and they're great value… with one design flaw

  17-02-2025 21:00 via techradar.com
  
  JBL Tune 305C review
  If you’re on the hunt for some new earbuds but you’ve not bought into the whole wireless thing, the JBL Tune 305C could be an enticing budget option. These wired earbuds promise punchy bass, a comfortable fit – not a bad package for £16.75 / AU$24 (about $21). So can the JBL Tune 305C live up to these bold promises, or do they instead fall flat?Well, let’s start where it matters most – sound. Of course, the main attraction is meant to be J
  
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• This smart ring is my new go-to sleep tracker, is on sale for Presidents' Day, and is not by Oura

  17-02-2025 20:48 via zdnet.com
  
  The Amazfit Helio ring aims to integrate a host of sleep metrics into your fitness ecosystem by syncing with your smartwatch. But there are a few caveats.
  
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• My favorite noise-canceling earbuds for Android just got their first big discount for Presidents' Day

  17-02-2025 20:34 via zdnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 deliver comfort, utility, and premium features for Android users. They're on sale for $199 during Presidents' Day, their first price reduction since their release last fall.
  
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• Meta plans to link US and India with world’s longest undersea cable project

  17-02-2025 20:20
  
  Project Waterworth, which involves cable longer than Earth’s circumference, to also reach South Africa and BrazilMeta has announced plans to build the world’s longest underwater cable project, which aims to connect the US, India, South Africa, Brazil and other regions.The tech company said Project Waterworth involved a 50,000km (31,000-mile) subsea cable, which is longer than the Earth’s circumference. Continue reading...
  
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• This limited edition Dyson Airwrap is on sale for $101 off during Presidents' Day

  17-02-2025 20:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Dyson's Airwrap hair styler is 17% off during Presidents' Day (a rare deal we haven't seen in a while). But don't wait, these savings won't last long.
  
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• Presidents' Day deal: My favorite Dyson cordless vacuum is $200 off

  17-02-2025 20:04 via zdnet.com
  
  The Dyson V15 Detect moves easily between carpet and hardwood floors, and gets a 20% discount for Presidents' Day at Best Buy.
  
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• The Ninja Crispi isn't your typical air fryer – and its unique design makes it worth the price

  17-02-2025 20:00 via techradar.com
  
  Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System: one-minute review
  The Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System is just that. It is indeed an air fryer, and not really more than that, but the design is utterly unique. Rather than cooking in a plastic drawer, your food goes on a metal tray in a glass cooking container with built-in plastic handles and feet. The heating element, which Ninja calls the PowerPod, is placed onto the glass container. When your cooking is
  
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• I've Spent Some Time With Elegoo's New 3D Printer and It's Pretty Great for $300

  17-02-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Centauri Carbon looks good and comes at the right price -- it just needs a proper color system.
  
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• Presidents' Day deal: Get the AirPods Max headphones for $100 off

  17-02-2025 19:51 via zdnet.com
  
  The popular AirPods Max, Apple's only over-ear headphone, just got a deep discount, and you can snag this deal now -- but hurry, Presidents' Day deals are fleeting.
  
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• Crabby? Can't Focus? You're Probably Sleep-Deprived. These Are the Signs

  17-02-2025 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  Sleep deprivation sometimes manifests in mysterious ways. These are four indications that your body is begging for more rest.
  
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• iPhone SE 4 Rumors: Apple's New Phone Could Adopt iPhone 14's Modern Aesthetic

  17-02-2025 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's next budget iPhone may debut with Apple Intelligence and the company's first in-house 5G modem.
  
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• Better than Ring? This video doorbell has all the benefits and no monthly fees (and it's $30 off for Presidents' Day)

  17-02-2025 19:12 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lorex 2K video doorbell is the brand's flagship security system, and it's on sale for $150 during Presidents' Day.
  
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• The best Mini LED TV I've tested isn't from LG or TCL, and it's $800 off for Presidents' Day (but hurry)

  17-02-2025 19:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Presidents' Day savings slash the price of Hisense's flagship Mini LED TV, the U8N, by up to $800 on select sizes. But hurry, Best Buy's sale won't last much longer.
  
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• Safety Tips on Using Smart Plugs for Winter Devices

  17-02-2025 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Prevent smart plug overload this winter by following the advice of our experts.
  
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• A New iPhone SE Is on the Way—Here's What Makes It Different

  17-02-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The affordable iPhone SE is rumored to feature Face ID and debut Apple's first in-house modem.
  
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• A New iPhone SE Is on the Way -- Here's What Makes It Different

  17-02-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The affordable iPhone SE is rumored to have Face ID and to debut Apple's first in-house modem.
  
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• A New iPhone SE Is Likely on the Way. Here's What Could Make It Different

  17-02-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The affordable iPhone SE is rumored to have Face ID and to debut Apple's first in-house modem.
  
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• How I back up my photos on Android

  17-02-2025 18:48 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a way to break ties with Google or want to take control of your Android photo backups, here's how.
  
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• Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that function even better than AirTags (and now they're 10% off)

  17-02-2025 18:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Chipolo's One and Card trackers are ideal for those who frequently misplace their keys or wallets. Available individually or in multipacks, they offer a convenient solution for keeping track of your essentials (and they're on sale for Presidents' Day).
  
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• Meta plans globe-spanning sub-sea internet cable

  17-02-2025 18:40 via bbc.com
  
  It is the latest move from Meta to invest more in global connectivity rather than its apps.
  
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• My favorite USB-C accessory just got a major functionality upgrade - and it's under $15 for Presidents' Day

  17-02-2025 18:38 via zdnet.com
  
  I've been a longtime fan of these simple accessories, and this new feature makes them more useful than ever. Plus, they're on sale right now.
  
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• My Dyson Airwrap has replaced all my styling tools, and it's on sale for nearly its lowest price ever

  17-02-2025 18:24 via zdnet.com
  
  If you have been eyeing this viral hair styling tool to gift to yourself or a loved one, it's on sale during Presidents' Day for $100 off -- which is a rare occurrence.
  
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• My favorite compact smart heater warms up any room it's in (and it's on sale for Presidents' Day)

  17-02-2025 18:10 via zdnet.com
  
  The Dreo Smart Wall Heater is efficient and affordable, and has been keeping my family warm without taking up too much space.
  
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• 'Sonic 3' Will Zoom Onto Paramount Plus This Week

  17-02-2025 18:01 via cnet.com
  
  Knuckles, Tails and Sonic meet a powerful new foe in the video game movie.
  
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• La Liga Soccer Livestream: How to Watch Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano From Anywhere

  17-02-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Hansi Flick's side can move to the top of the La Liga table with a win at home today.
  
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• I Hate Accounting Software. Here's How I Manage My Freelance and Business Taxes Instead

  17-02-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Instead of making my life easier, accounting software made it harder to manage my self-employment income.
  
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• My favorite 50+ top Best Buy Presidents' Day deals live now

  17-02-2025 17:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Presidents' Day is here, and you can shop savings on Apple, Bose, Sony and more at Best Buy. Here's my favorite offers.
  
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• OpenAI's reasoning models just got two useful updates

  17-02-2025 17:39 via zdnet.com
  
  ChatGPT Plus users, your perks just got better.
  
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• Argentina president faces impeachment calls over crypto crash

  17-02-2025 17:30 via bbc.com
  
  Some have accused Javier Milei of performing a "rug pull" after he promoted a virtual coin on social media.
  
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• Score the 75-inch TCL Q65 for just $550 at Amazon

  17-02-2025 16:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to pick up a quality big-screen TV without spending a fortune? Amazon is offering the 75-inch TCL Q65 for just $550, saving you almost 30% on one of the already most affordable big-screen TVs.
  
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• Save $500 on the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 32-inch monitor at Best Buy

  17-02-2025 16:55 via zdnet.com
  
  The Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 is a 32-inch curved monitor perfect for everything between gaming, video production, photo editing, and streaming. And you can save $550 on one now at Best Buy, but you'll have to hurry because this deal ends at midnight tonight.
  
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• Here's What Happens to Your Tax Return if the Government Shuts Down

  17-02-2025 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  The US government is once again staring down a potential shutdown, and one that might start a month before tax returns are due.
  
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• 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for a New Internet Plan

  17-02-2025 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Shopping for internet can be overwhelming when you don't know what to look for. Here's what not to do when picking a plan.
  
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• Trimming Down? Avoid These 6 Weight Loss Mindsets for Better Results

  17-02-2025 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Weight loss doesn't happen overnight. Ditch these thoughts to achieve lasting results this year.
  
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